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David Zorko, MD MSc @zorkosaurus.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Meanwhile in Canada… no one cares.

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PALISI @palisinet.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Call for Public Comment: SCCM Guideline on Endotracheal Intubation of Critically Ill Pediatric Patients in the PICU open May 11–25, 2026. Help ensure broad expertise & perspectives are represented. Confidentiality agreement req; 🚫anonymous comments #PedsICU sccm.org/clinical-res...

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David Zorko, MD MSc @zorkosaurus.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Our SRMA on ketamine for analgosedation in #PedsICU is out in Critical Care Explorations: journals.lww.com/ccejournal/f... We examined whether continuous ketamine infusion is better or worse than other analgosedatives for critically ill children receiving invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV)...

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Ketamine for Analgosedation in Critically Ill Mechanically... : Critical Care Explorations

1, 2025. We searched published conference abstracts from two major critical care conferences (2022 to 2025). STUDY SELECTION: We preregistered the protocol on PROSPERO (CRD42025631768). Reviewers s...

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David Zorko, MD MSc @zorkosaurus.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

So don’t throw the baby out with the salty bathwater just yet? This one needs a deep dive. #PedsICU

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McMaster University Department of Pediatrics @macupediatrics.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

It was an incredible day of discovery at McMaster Child Health Research Day 2026. 🏆 500 attendees & 200 studies showcased the strength of our amazing research community. 🔗 Read the full story: pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/record-turno... #MCHRD2026 #pedsky #medsky #research #childhealth

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Stacey Marjerrison, MD @staceymarj.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

So proud of all my @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social students presenting their work today at #MCHRD @macupediatrics.bsky.social research day!

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David Zorko, MD MSc @zorkosaurus.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Congratulations to our Division of PCCM research trainees and clinical fellows on presenting their research projects at #MCHRD @macupediatrics.bsky.social A variety of projects spanning #PedsICU analgosedation, functional outcomes, TCD ultrasonography, and QI

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David Zorko, MD MSc @zorkosaurus.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

I still don’t understand these new F1 cars but I’m not complaining about this. Get in, Lewis!

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Canadian Critical Care Trials Group (CCCTG) @ccctg.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Congratulations to Katie O'Hearn and Bram Rochwerg, recipients of the 2026 Deborah J. Cook Mentorship Award. We're proud to recognize their extraordinary mentorship in critical care and beyond. 👏👏👏 www.ccctg.ca/news-events/...

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Congratulations to Katie O'Hearn and Bram Rochwerg on receiving the 2026 Deborah J. Cook Mentorship Award | News

In an unprecedented tie, the 2026 Deborah J. Cook Mentorship Award was presented to two recipients. The CCCTG warmly congratulates Katie O’Hearn and Bram Rochwerg on receiving the 2026 award in ...

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David Zorko, MD MSc @zorkosaurus.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Last week, our #PedsICU fellows had their “Intro to ECLS” academic half-day where we learned about Dr. Bartlett’s legacy, “built” ECMO circuits (you’re never too old for a puzzle!), and talked about oxygenation in an annoying amount of detail…

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McMaster University Department of Pediatrics @macupediatrics.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Abstract submissions are now open for McMaster Child Health Research Day 2026. Learners, research staff, parent & family partners, and new investigators are invited to share their work. Submit by March 4 (11:59 p.m. EST). Learn more: pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/research/mcm... #MCHRD2026

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Conall Francoeur @conall.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Excellent #PedsICU work from @mcgillpccm.bsky.social’s Josh Feder & @bostonchildrens.bsky.social Diana Geisser & Katie Moynihan et al showing that nasal vs oral intubation = assoc with ⬇️ unplanned extubations, ⬇️ sedation requirements & ⬆️ feeding outcomes in #PedsCICU patients #CCCF2025

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David Zorko, MD MSc @zorkosaurus.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Thanks IMPaCT for the opportunity to “elevator pitch” my trial idea. Don’t show my mom.

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McMaster University Department of Pediatrics @macupediatrics.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

McMaster researchers are brewing up new ideas with the CAPPUCCINO study ☕—testing whether caffeine can help mature infants with infection-related apnea breathe easier and recover faster. Read the full story: pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/can-caffeine... #Pedsky #MedSky #ChildHealth #Research

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David Zorko, MD MSc @zorkosaurus.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Saddened to hear about the passing of Dr. Bartlett. May he rest in peace and may we continue to embody his legacy in the important work we do #PedsICU

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theelso.bsky.social @theelso.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

◾️In Memoriam of Robert H. Bartlett, MD 1939-2025 ◾️ Without Dr. Bartlett, there is no ECMO: he saved more than 100,000 patients through his life’s work. He changed the world. He will forever be the Father of ECMO. Vale, Dr B 🔗 elso.org/ecmo-resources/drbartlett.aspx 🎥 youtube.com/watch?v=4sfPgPIQ49s

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Centre de recherche Azrieli du CHU Sainte-Justine @cra-chusj.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Retour direct à domicile après une hospitalisation aux soins intensifs pédiatriques : une approche sécuritaire pour plusieurs enfants, selon deux études de la Dre Nadia Roumeliotis. recherche.chusj.org/fr/Calendrie...

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Retour direct à domicile après les soins intensifs pédiatriques: une approche sécuritaire

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IMPaCT @impactrials.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

🌟 Meet IMPaCT Fellow David Zorko 🌟 "I’m passionate about long-term health outcomes for children who survive critical illness. This is important to me because many children do not return to full health right away after critical illness, and face ongoing functional, cognitive, social, ...

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McMaster University Department of Pediatrics @macupediatrics.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

"There are over 4,000 Tim Hortons stores in Canada and less than 20 PICUs… everyone kind of knows each other ... and if you want to get large-scale #research done, we all need to partner together,” says @zorkosaurus.bsky.social in the Healthcare Change Makers podcast. #Pedsky, have a listen 👇

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David Zorko, MD MSc @zorkosaurus.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Thanks HIROC for inviting me to the Healthcare Change Makers podcast to talk about post-PICU outcomes and follow-up care! @macupediatrics.bsky.social Have a listen to hear my ramblings on #PedsICU survivorship: open.spotify.com/episode/2R5s...

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Dr. David Zorko: Ensuring Children Are Surviving and Thriving

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David Zorko, MD MSc @zorkosaurus.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Thank you all #PedsICU for the follow! Slowly transitioning from "similar social media platform that shall not be named" to bsky... Glad to see many friends here.

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Becca Hay @rebeccaelisehay.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

Happy to share our latest in PedCritCareMed 🎉 Creation of #PedsICU outcome database by recruiting a global team at WFPICCS & machine learning 16,055 citations ➡️ 1,301 full text in 2mo, sensitivity 98% @zorkosaurus.bsky.social & I equal effort aka dream team, w/ an incredible group 🙌

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